11-B-24-UR Toby (29646), November 3, 2024 at 8:02 AM
This note pertains to the proposed EZ Stop development at Concord Road and Second Drive in west Knox County. I personally have strong feelings about maintaining the character of the Concord Masonic Lodge and Cemetery that are adjoining the proposed EZ Stop. I have many of my people buried there; and also own three burial plots that I will eventually use. Allowing vehicles to exit the EZ Stop onto Second Drive will desecrate the hallowed feel and history of the Masonic cemetery. Just as importantly, increased traffic on Second Drive will likely destroy the remaining blocks of Old Concord. That road is narrow and not constructed for many vehicles, or especially through trucks serving the store. Please don't allow this development to destroy what little remains of historic West Knoxvile.
